The news that GM, Ford and other automakers plan to slow down production of EVs in response to slower sales growth (EV sales grew by only 50 percent last quarter) was like an early Christmas for the various varieties of EV-haters. For most of us in the EV industry, it was more like a visit… Read more »
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BMW, Ford and Honda to create new company to facilitate EV grid services
In September, BMW, Ford and Honda agreed to form an equally owned company named ChargeScape to create a platform connecting electric utilities, automakers and interested EV customers. It is expected to be operational early in 2024. ChargeScape is designed to increase the value EVs can provide to the electric grid and to enable EV customers… Read more »
Ford to launch plug-in hybrid Ranger pickup in Europe
Ford will offer customers a plug-in hybrid version of its Ranger mid-size pickup in Europe. Production is to start in late 2024, and deliveries to customers are expected to begin in early 2025. The Ranger Plug-in Hybrid sports a 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine along with an electric motor, and boasts an electric range of over… Read more »
Andersen EV doubles production capacity of home chargers
To meet growing demand, UK home charging point producer Andersen EV is increasing the production capacity of its A2 unit by a factor of two. In an upgrade to the headquarters and production site of Andersen EV and its parent company, EVIOS, in Stewartby, Bedfordshire, Andersen EV is doubling the footprint of its factory. The… Read more »
EnviroSpark to install EV charging stations at Ford dealerships in nine states
Georgia-based EV charging company EnviroSpark has signed agreements to engineer and install 432 DC fast charging stations for Ford and Lincoln dealerships at 24 locations across 9 US states. Ford will require all dealerships selling EVs to have EV chargers on their lots by 2024. EnviroSpark offers turnkey design, installation and operation of EV charging… Read more »
CalVans adds 403 Ford E-Transit electric passenger vehicles to its fleet
The California Vanpool Authority (CalVans) has purchased 403 new Ford E-Transit electric vans. CalVans is a public transit agency that connects rural residents with employment centers, with a particular focus on the farming community. It currently operates a fleet of nearly 1,000 vehicles. CalVans’ fleet of Ford E-transit vans was upfitted by Forest River Bus,… Read more »
How to improve battery cell quality (Webinar)
As the demand for batteries in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage systems continues to grow, manufacturers face the challenge of producing high-quality battery cells at large scale while minimizing defects and maximizing throughput. To achieve this, it’s crucial to implement effective testing and inspection techniques throughout the manufacturing process. This session will discuss novel… Read more »
Electric Era raises $11.5 million to scale production of its EV fast charging stations for convenience stores
Electric Era, the manufacturer of PowerNode EV fast charging stations, has raised $11.5 million in a Series A financing round led by HSBC Asset Management. Other participants include SQM Lithium Ventures, Blackhorn Ventures and Proeza Ventures. The new funding brings the company’s total funding to $19 million. Electric Era will use the new funding to… Read more »
Electrify America provides charging discounts to Lyft EV drivers
Charging network Electrify America and ride-hailing company Lyft have announced an extended collaboration to offer Lyft EV drivers discounted charging at the more than 800 Electrify America DC fast charging stations across the country. Using the Electrify America mobile app, Lyft Rewards drivers will receive a tiered discount as a loyalty benefit. Drivers can also… Read more »
WiTricity’s new FastTrack program allows automakers to quickly integrate wireless EV charging
Wireless EV charging pioneer WiTricity has announced a new FastTrack Integration Program for automotive OEMs, which allows for an initial vehicle integration in just three months, accelerating automaker testing of WiTricity’s Halo receiver and 11 kW charger on existing and future EV platforms. “Knowing the challenges of automotive timelines, we are committed to helping OEMs… Read more »